7 daysCamino de Santiago French from León to Santiago
New15 daysLeonPrivate tour
Length
15 days
Itinerary
15 days planned
Group
Private
Guides
English, Spanish
Overview
This tour from León to Santiago combines the best of the French Way: changing landscapes, historic villages and key symbols such as the Ferro Cross or O Cebreiro. It is a complete route, with a natural transition from Castile to Galicia, that allows to live the essence of the Camino in comfort, personalized attention and without crowds.
In addition, with everything organized by the team: accommodation, luggage transfers and assistance. You won’t have to worry about anything – just walking, enjoying yourself and getting carried away.
Day by day itinerary
1Arrival in Leon⌄
Lion, a historic and vibrant city, welcomes the pilgrim with its imposing Gothic cathedral and an old town full of life. A perfect starting point to start the French Way to Santiago.
Overnight: Accommodation included
2Stage 1 : from León to Villadangos del Páramo⌄
The leg from León to Villadangos del Páramo leaves the city behind to enter open plains and quiet villages. An ideal transitional day to gather pace on the French Way.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Accommodation included
3Stage 2: from Villadangos del Paramo to Astorga⌄
The stage from Villadangos del Paramo to Astorga proceeds through flat lands until reaching the historic maragata city. Astorga welcomes the pilgrim with its impressive cathedral and the Episcopal Palace of Gaudí.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Accommodation included
4Stage 3: from Astorga to Rabanal del Camino⌄
The stage from Astorga to Rabanal del Camino marks the entrance into the region of Maragatería, with increasingly mountainous landscapes. Quaint and peaceful, Rabanal offers the perfect atmosphere to relax before facing the climb to the Ferro Cross.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Accommodation included
5Stage 4: from Rabanal del Camino to Molinaseca⌄
The stage from Rabanal del Camino to Molinaseca crosses the mythical Ferro Cross and descends the mountain between spectacular views. Molinaseca, with its medieval bridge and rural charm, offers a special welcome to the pilgrim.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Accommodation included
6Stage 5 : from Molinaseca to Villafranca del Bierzo⌄
The stage from Molinaseca to Villafranca del Bierzo runs through fertile valleys and vineyards of the Bierzo, passing through Ponferrada and its imposing Templar castle. Villafranca welcomes the pilgrim with its rich heritage and the emblematic Puerta del Perdón.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Accommodation included
7Stage 6 : from Villafranca del Bierzo to O Cebreiro⌄
The stage from Villafranca del Bierzo to O Cebreiro is one of the most demanding on the French Way, with a long ascent of the mountain. O Cebreiro, with its beatings and breathtaking views, marks the entrance into Galicia.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Accommodation included
8Stage 7 : from O Cebreiro to Triacastela⌄
The journey from O Cebreiro to Triacastela crosses green mountains and picturesque Galician villages. A course of great natural beauty that combines gentle descents with panoramic stretches.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Accommodation included
9Stage 8 : from Triacastela to Sarria⌄
The stage from Triacastela to Sarria offers two routes: through Samos, with its historic monastery, or through San Xil, shorter and more rural. Sarria is the most popular starting point for those looking to complete the last 100 km to Santiago.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Accommodation included
10Stage 9 : from Sarria to Portomarín⌄
The stage from Sarria to Portomarín runs through forests, villages and medieval bridges, offering a varied and picturesque start. Portomarín, next to the reservoir, stands out for its church-fortress and its history linked to the Camino.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Accommodation included
11Stage 10 : from Portomarín to Palas de Rei⌄
The stage from Portomarín to Palas de Rei combines gentle ascents with rural stretches between meadows and forests. Palas de Rei is a historic town, traditional meeting point for pilgrims on the French Way.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Accommodation included
12Stage 11: from Pallas de Rei to Arzúa⌄
The stage from Pallas de Rei to Arzúa crosses small villages and rural landscapes, passing through the medieval village of Melide, famous for its octopus. Arzúa welcomes the pilgrim with its hospitality and cheese with Denomination of Origin.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Accommodation included
13Stage 12 : Arzúa to O Pedrouzo⌄
The stage from Arzúa to O Pedrouzo runs through shady paths and quiet villages, in a comfortable and relaxed route. Or Pedrouzo is the last big break before arrival in Santiago de Compostela.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Accommodation included
14Stage 13 : from O Pedrouzo to Santiago de Compostela⌄
The stage from O Pedrouzo to Santiago de Compostela is experienced with excitement, crossing forests and Lavacolla before reaching Monte do Gozo. The entrance to the Plaza del Obradoiro marks the end of the Camino and the time to receive the Compostela.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Accommodation included
15Breakfast and end of service.⌄
After breakfast in Santiago de Compostela, our services end. It is the perfect time to enjoy the city and say goodbye to the Camino.
Meals: Breakfast
What's included
- ✓Telephone assistance en route
- ✓Accommodation + Breakfast
- ✓Pilgrim Credentials
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓Transportation Interstage luggage
- ✓Full Route of the Route
- ✓Travel Insurance
Good to know
Starts: The meeting point will always be at the first accommodation booked in León, where the client will receive documentation that has not previously been sent to him by email, such as the "pilgrimage credential". To get to Leon, there are many combinations by plane or train.
Ends: Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. Plaza del Obradoiro
Cancellation: If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
From
$1,850